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Connecticut Registered Nurse Reinstatement and reactivation
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Which return-to-practice route applies
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Once a license has lapsed due to non-renewal and the licensee subsequently would like to reactivate the license, the licensee would need to apply for and meet the requirements for reinstatement specific to the profession.
Applies when: If the license has lapsed due to non-renewal.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once a license has lapsed due to non-renewal and the licensee subsequently would like to reactivate the license, the licensee would need to apply for and meet the requirements for reinstatement specific to the profession.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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A Connecticut RN license that lapsed due to nonrenewal is reinstated through the reinstatement process.
Applies when: If the RN license has lapsed due to nonrenewal.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to reinstate a license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal, an applicant must arrange for the submission of the following:
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Connecticut says there is no inactive status for licenses; a licensee would either need to keep the license current or let it lapse due to non-renewal.
Applies when: For Connecticut health care licenses.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
There is no inactive status for licenses; a licensee would either need to keep the license current or let it lapse due to non-renewal.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Once a license has lapsed due to non-renewal and the licensee later wants to reactivate it, the licensee must apply for and meet the profession-specific reinstatement requirements.
Applies when: If the license has lapsed due to non-renewal.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once a license has lapsed due to non-renewal and the licensee subsequently would like to reactivate the license, the licensee would need to apply for and meet the requirements for reinstatement specific to the profession.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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PLIS licenses have a 90-day grace period after expiration during which the licensee may continue to practice and renew the license; on the 91st day, the license becomes void and reinstatement is required.
Applies when: For licenses issued by PLIS.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Pursuant to Section 19a-88(e)(4)f, Connecticut General Statutes, all licenses issued by the PLIS have a grace period of 90 days following expiration during which time the licensee may continue to practice and renew the license.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
On the 91st day, the license becomes void and the licensee must apply for reinstatement.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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A Connecticut RN license that lapsed due to nonrenewal is reinstated through the reinstatement application.
Applies when: For RN licenses that have lapsed due to nonrenewal.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to reinstate a license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal, an applicant must arrange for the submission of the following:
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Connecticut says there is no inactive status for licenses; if a license lapses and the holder later wants to reactivate it, the person must apply for reinstatement specific to the profession.
Applies when: For CT health care licenses, including RN.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
There is no inactive status for licenses; a licensee would either need to keep the license current or let it lapse due to non-renewal.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once a license has lapsed due to non-renewal and the licensee subsequently would like to reactivate the license, the licensee would need to apply for and meet the requirements for reinstatement specific to the profession.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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PLIS licenses have a 90-day grace period after expiration during which the licensee may continue to practice and renew; on day 91, the license becomes void and reinstatement is required.
Applies when: For licenses issued by PLIS.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Pursuant to Section 19a-88(e)(4)f, Connecticut General Statutes, all licenses issued by the PLIS have a grace period of 90 days following expiration during which time the licensee may continue to practice and renew the license.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
On the 91st day, the license becomes void and the licensee must apply for reinstatement.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Can I practice while waiting?
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Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
Applies when: For eligible RN reinstatement applicants seeking the temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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An RN reinstatement applicant who holds a current, valid RN license in another U.S. state or territory may be eligible for a 120-day, non-renewable temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut pending licensure reinstatement.
Applies when: If the applicant holds a current, valid RN license in another U.S. state or territory.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants for reinstatement who hold a current, valid registered nurse license in another U.S. state or territory are eligible for a 120-day non-renewable temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut pending licensure reinstatement.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Temporary Permit Applicants for reinstatement who hold a current, valid registered nurse license in another U.S. state or territory are eligible for a 120-day non-renewable temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut pending licensure reinstatement.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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If the applicant has been out of the active clinical practice of nursing for longer than 3 years, the applicant is not eligible for a temporary permit.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants seeking the temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
If you have been out of the active clinical practice of nursing for a period longer than three years you are not eligible for temporary permit.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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An RN reinstatement applicant who holds a current, valid RN license in another U.S. state or territory may be eligible for a 120-day, non-renewable temporary permit to practice in Connecticut while reinstatement is pending.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants with a current, valid RN license in another U.S. state or territory.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants for reinstatement who hold a current, valid registered nurse license in another U.S. state or territory are eligible for a 120-day non-renewable temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut pending licensure reinstatement.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Temporary Permit Applicants for reinstatement who hold a current, valid registered nurse license in another U.S. state or territory are eligible for a 120-day non-renewable temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut pending licensure reinstatement.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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If the nurse has been out of active clinical practice for longer than 3 years, the applicant is not eligible for the temporary permit.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants seeking the temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
If you have been out of the active clinical practice of nursing for a period longer than three years you are not eligible for temporary permit.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Once the completed online application form is received, the temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
Applies when: For eligible RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
CE and return-to-practice education
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Applicants who have been out of practice longer than 5 years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants out of active clinical practice longer than 5 years.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination; Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The applicant must submit a summary of professional activities since graduation and a letter verifying most recent nursing experience, employment dates, and clinical performance.
Applies when: Required with RN reinstatement application.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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RN reinstatement applications from nurses out of active, clinical practice for longer than 3 years and less than 5 years are required to complete an approved refresher course.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants in that practice-gap range.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
all reinstatement applications from nurses who have been out of the active, clinical practice of nursing for longer than three years and less than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please note that all reinstatement applications from nurses who have been out of the active, clinical practice of nursing for longer than three years and less than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Applicants out of practice longer than 5 years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants out of active clinical practice longer than 5 years.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination; Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The packet asks for a brief written summary of professional activities since nursing school and a letter from the appropriate authority verifying the most recent nursing experience, employment dates, and clinical performance.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills; and A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 4. portal.ct.gov ↗
directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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RN reinstatement applications from nurses out of active, clinical practice for longer than 3 years and less than 5 years require an approved refresher course.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants in that practice-gap range.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
all reinstatement applications from nurses who have been out of the active, clinical practice of nursing for longer than three years and less than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please note that all reinstatement applications from nurses who have been out of the active, clinical practice of nursing for longer than three years and less than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Applicants out of practice longer than 5 years must complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants out of active clinical practice longer than 5 years.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applicants who have been out of practice longer than five years are required to complete an approved refresher course and successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination; Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The packet asks for a written summary of professional activity since nursing school, work history, lapses in practice, and plans to refresh nursing skills.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills; and A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Application and documents
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RN reinstatement applications are only accepted online.
Applies when: For Connecticut RN reinstatement.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applications are only accepted online. In order to submit your reinstatement application online, you will need to know your current user ID and password in DPH's system.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to reinstate a license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal, an applicant must arrange for the submission of the following: Applications are only accepted online.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The applicant needs a current user ID and password in DPH's system, then selects 'Reinstatement Application' after logging in.
Applies when: For the online RN reinstatement process.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to submit your reinstatement application online, you will need to know your current user ID and password in DPH's system.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired, must be arranged; the verification documents license history including disciplinary action.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants who have held other RN licenses.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired. Most states utilize the the National Council of State Boards of Nursing's Nursys System to verify licenses electronically. The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Supporting documentation should be sent directly from the source to Connecticut DPH RN Licensure.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement submissions.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
All supporting documentation should be sent directly from the source to: Connecticut Department of Public Health RN Licensure 410 Capitol Ave., MS# 12 APP P.O.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Submit a written summary of professional activities since nursing school, including work history, lapses in practice, and plans to refresh skills.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills; and A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired, is required to document license history, including any disciplinary action taken.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired. Most states utilize the the National Council of State Boards of Nursing's Nursys System to verify licenses electronically. The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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RN reinstatement applications are only accepted online, and the applicant needs DPH system login information to submit them.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applications.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applications are only accepted online. In order to submit your reinstatement application online, you will need to know your current user ID and password in DPH's system.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to reinstate a license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal, an applicant must arrange for the submission of the following: Applications are only accepted online.
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to submit your reinstatement application online, you will need to know your current user ID and password in DPH's system.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Submit the written summary of professional activities since nursing school, including work history, lapses, and plans to refresh skills.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills;
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
A brief written summary of the applicant's professional activities since graduation from nursing school, including work history (positions, dates, duties), any lapses in active practice as a nurse, and if not currently practicing as a nurse, an explanation of your plans for employment and describe how you intend to refresh your nursing skills; and A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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A letter from the appropriate authority must verify the applicant's most recent nursing experience, employment dates, and clinical performance.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
A letter submitted directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
directly to this office from the appropriate authority verifying your most recent nursing experience confirming your employment, dates and evaluation of clinical performance.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired, is required to document license history, including disciplinary action.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Verification of all RN licenses held, current or expired. Most states utilize the the National Council of State Boards of Nursing's Nursys System to verify licenses electronically. The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
The purpose of the verification is to document license history including any disciplinary action taken.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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If a state does not participate in Nursys, the applicant should send the verification form to that state and request written verification be sent to CT.
Applies when: For RN licenses held in non-Nursys jurisdictions.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
If you are licensed in a state that does not participate in Nursys, please send the verification form to the state and request that a written verification be sent to this office.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Fees
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Most jurisdictions charge a fee for license verification requests, and CT advises contacting the jurisdiction for fee information.
Applies when: When requesting out-of-state verification for RN reinstatement.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Most jurisdictions charge a fee for this service. Please contact the jurisdiction for fee information.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Most jurisdictions charge a fee for this service.
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please contact the jurisdiction for fee information.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Published processing times
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Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
Applies when: For eligible RN reinstatement applicants seeking the temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Most licensees can expect to receive renewal notification approximately 60 days prior to expiration and if not renewed, a final notice 30 days following expiration.
Applies when: General PLIS renewal notice timing, not an issuance estimate.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
# Health Care Practitioner Renewal Information **Renewal Notices** Most licensees can expect to receive renewal notification approximately 60 days prior to expiration and if not renewed, a final notice 30 days following expiration, at the licensee's address of record on file in this office.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants eligible for a temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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A temporary permit is issued within 15 business days after the completed online application form is received.
Applies when: For eligible RN reinstatement applicants seeking the temporary permit.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once the completed online application form is received, a temporary permit will be issued within 15 business days.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Board and official links
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The reinstatement process is handled through the DPH online application system.
Applies when: For Connecticut RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
In order to reinstate a license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal, an applicant must arrange for the submission of the following: Applications are only accepted online.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen. Please select this link to submit your online application.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The RN reinstatement page directs applicants to submit the online application through DPH's reinstatement application link.
Applies when: For Connecticut RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen. Please select this link to submit your online application.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen.
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please select this link to submit your online application.
- 4. portal.ct.gov ↗
Applications are only accepted online.
- 5. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please select this link to submit your online application
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Connecticut Department of Public Health, Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section, RN Licensure.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement in Connecticut.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Connecticut Department of Public Health Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section 410 Capitol Ave., MS# 12 MQA
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Connecticut Department of Public Health RN Licensure 410 Capitol Ave., MS# 12 APP P.O. Box 340308 Hartford, CT 06134
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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The instructions direct applicants to select 'Reinstatement Application' in DPH's system to submit the online application.
Applies when: For RN reinstatement applicants.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen. Please select this link to submit your online application.
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Once you are logged in, select 'Reinstatement Application' at the bottom left corner of the screen.
- 3. portal.ct.gov ↗
Please select this link to submit your online application.
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
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Phone (860) 509-7603, fax (860) 707-1981, and email dph.nursingteam@ct.gov are listed for RN licensure contact.
Applies when: For RN licensure reinstatement inquiries.
Source evidence
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗
Phone: (860) 509-7603 Fax: (860) 707-1981 Email: dph.nursingteam@ct.gov
- 2. portal.ct.gov ↗
Box 340308 Hartford, CT 06134 Phone: (860) 509-7603 Fax: (860) 707-1981 Email: dph.nursingteam@ct.gov
- 1. portal.ct.gov ↗